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#2B121A — Ebony

#2B121A is a dark moderately saturated black sitting at 341° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.

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Tints and shades of #2B121A

Color schemes using #2B121A

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

complementary

Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.

split complementary

A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.

triadic

Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.

tetradic

Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.

monochromatic

A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.

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#2B121A FAQ

What color is #2B121A?

#2B121A is a shade of ebony in the black family. It has a hue of 341 degrees, 41% saturation and 12% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.

What is the RGB value of #2B121A?

#2B121A is rgb(43, 18, 26) in RGB, hsl(341, 41%, 12%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 58%, 40%, 83%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #2B121A?

White text on this background reaches 17.44:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.2:1.

What colors go well with #2B121A?

Its direct complement is #122B23. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #122B17 and #12272B gives you contrast without the vibration.